Tempest Ranch camp

98%

195 reviews

· Watkins Glen, Schuyler County, New York · 40 acres

Hosted by Dwayne T.

10 lodging sites

Amazing views

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Family-friendly

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40 secluded acres with 1850 feet of clear stream with a great swimming hole.mature pine tree grove Our fenced fields with sheds boarders 9100 acres Sugar Hill State Forest, hiking trails and a dirt seasonal road that connects to other dirt roads. We have a mature pine forest grove that you can pick a spot to camp next to,or walk our creek and find a cleared spot to tent or just sleep next to campfire. We have been here 20 years improving what was run down, and continue to add a few pines and special private site for great memories! Our sites sit along meads creek which is nice to sit and relax in. At the bridge along maple lane is a very fun swimming hole ,which has been so nice all summer let your dog swim with you and have a nice float .we have a picnic tabel and fire ring at most sites . We are constantly making new fun sites to enjoy . fire-ring and outhouse! We have a pond to feed fish and explore on a canoe or bring tubes .always horses and donkeys to see . I have 1850 foot of stream to hike along and explore wildlife.turkey,deer,fox the occasional coyotes howling . We have been getting eagles.few bear sightings. ..we have .some pretty private spots along the creek . And under the pine tree grove.we border 9100 acres of sugar hill state Forrest. Trails everywhere. Twelve miles of back dirt roads to get to Watkins Glen state park. 7 miles to the Glen race track .twelve miles to a great dirt track to see racing.we can accommodate horse camping ,either by ride ins or trailers with pASTURES TO PULL INTO. ! This site borders sugar hill state Forrest! Twelve miles to Watkins glenCome enjoy our beautiful property! Here you will find fenced fields, a stream, swimming hole, tall pines grove with mountain views. Come checkout our resident eagle sitings, deer. turkeys, and great horned owls! Listen to the coyotes !meet the donkeys,boo and little lefty. Horses grazing.We are close in the area to finger lakes . Also Watkins Glen International race track is only about 7 miles. Dirt track racing at outlaw speedway just 15minutes away.The Curtiss Museum,with planes,boats,motorcycles just 20minutes. is twelve miles and a number of different wineries in the area! Come head out and join us in a nature paradise! Check our tipi by the stream listing !,creekside by the maple tree is a favorite of mine ,bare ridge is way out back corner private and can park at all sites,(Happy place ),is on corner of pines closest site to the swimmin hole .( Sleepy pines) is just down next spot, few hundred feet away nice big area to enjoy under the pines ..then its ,(Good times at the pines )lol,mike and lauries cool spot.many spots along the stream being created all the time. Come enjoy the quiet ,the fun ,the peace. Explore forty acres of private friendly atmosphere.sites are spread out and can pick sites on arrival ,or suggest what you are looking for .we have big run in sheds that can accommodate tents under them or hang your hammocks in many different spots, campers with happy faces all welcome.

What to expect

Glamping pod

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

4 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit

Toilet available

Portable toilet. Am placing portapotty .

Pets allowed

On leash

Bins available

Trash bin

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water. Nice stream

No showers

Bathe in river or stream

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 2:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

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ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$10.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

Reviews

98% Recommend226 ratings · 195 reviews

Jay H.

3 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Beautiful property and friendly host. There is a creek and nearby trails to explore.

Jp M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

Tent

Had a great time on Dwayne’s land. He met us after dark to get us to our site which was nice. There was plenty to do there plus enough within 20 minutes to adventure out. Very scenic land. Dwayne is a personable person and we’ll be seeing him again

Sienna D.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

We had a wonderful experience here! Dwayne was a very accommodating host and even built/started our fire for us on our first night arriving! Beautiful property with lots of cool spots to hike around. Definitely want to come back next summer and try out the swim hole!

Rose A.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

Dwayne was very nice and accommodating, plus the farm was beautiful! Highly recommend the Sleepy Pines area:)

Anoop J.

2 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Amazing camp spot!

With kids

Dwayne’s ranch is a cozy, little spot to camp out, away from the hustle and bustle of a town. We chose this place as it’s a quick 15 minute drive to Watkins glen and must say it turned out to be a wonderful choice. Dwayne is an amazing host, always willing to answer any questions. He helped us with an abundant supply of firewood for the camp fire. There’s a trading post very close by to the ranch entrance, from where you could get food, groceries, and beer. Would definitely recommend Tempest ranch and would come back here again ✌️

Ian M.

4 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Just a lovely spot.

25 ft travel trailer · With pets

Folks like Dwayne and Tina are the reason we love Hipcamping. They care about their property, and their campers, and the Tempest Ranch was perfect for our three-day stay. We almost stayed longer even in the rain! The Sugar Hill State Forest was also a gem. Peaceful, lots of trails and 4x4 roads, and we felt alone whenever we ventured into the forest. Just what we wanted. Thanks Dwayne and Tina - see you next year we hope.

Location

Watkins Glen, Schuyler County, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) and Onöndowa’ga:’ (Seneca) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking